{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Dear Corinth: All For One, One For Christ | Rev. Roberto Chaple","description":"What does unity look like in a divided church? We begin our Dear Corinth series with a powerful message from Pastor Roberto Chaple, diving into Paul\u2019s heartfelt appeal for unity in the church. If you\u2019ve ever wrestled with conflict, preferences, or disconnection in the body of Christ\u2014this message speaks to you. Watch the full worship service below or listen to the sermon audio to reflect and respond. Unity Isn\u2019t Optional\u2014It\u2019s Essential \u201cI appeal to you\u2026 that there be no divisions among you.\u201d \u2014 1 Corinthians 1:10 Paul doesn\u2019t simply suggest unity\u2014he begs for it. In a church caught between personalities and worship styles, he calls believers back to the center of their faith: Jesus Christ. Here\u2019s what we explore together this week: Church unity starts with Christ, not charisma. The early church divides itself over leadership\u2014Paul, Apollos, Cephas, or Christ. But faithful leadership points to Jesus, not itself. It\u2019s not about personal preference; it\u2019s about one Savior. Worship style shouldn\u2019t divide what the Spirit unites. Whether traditional or contemporary, every form of worship should bring us closer to God. Arguing over style is like keeping the box and throwing away the gift. Multigenerational worship paints a clearer picture of God\u2019s Kingdom. Mission matters more than preference. Paul says, \u201cI become all things to all people so that by all possible means I might save some\u201d (1 Corinthians 9:22). The goal isn\u2019t to win a debate\u2014it\u2019s to win someone to Christ. Faith in Action: Church Unity Starts with Us What if we leave our preferences in the glovebox and unite around the mission of Jesus? What if we come to church hungry to serve instead of angry about style or change? Unity doesn\u2019t mean uniformity\u2014it means choosing love, humility, and shared purpose. Let\u2019s be the kind of church that reflects heaven. Need a way to get connected? Join a Group, start serving, or explore your Next Steps. ","author_name":"New Hope Tampa Bay Sunday Sermon Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/www.findnewhope.com\/messagearchive","html":"